Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation 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 stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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