Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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