Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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