Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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