Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New gains in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong 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 institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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