Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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