Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in electronic educational technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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