Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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