Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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