Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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