Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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