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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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