Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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