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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these MOOC courses? 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 we handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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