Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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