Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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