Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? 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 elearning becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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