Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original 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 teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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