Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative 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 educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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