Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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