Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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