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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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