Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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