Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online education technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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