Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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