Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative 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 inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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