Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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