Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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