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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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