Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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