Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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