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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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