Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation 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 participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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