Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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