Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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