Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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