Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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