Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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