Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and 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 teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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