Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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