Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in digital education technology have empowered students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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