Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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