Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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