Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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