Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What original 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 stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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