Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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