Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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