Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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