Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online 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 educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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