Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and 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 organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses 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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