Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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