Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale 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 teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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