Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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