Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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