Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online education have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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