Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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