Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better understand these open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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