Find out more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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