Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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