Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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