Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online education make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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