Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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