Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What 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 stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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