Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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