Learn 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 (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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