Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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