Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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