Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massively 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 organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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