Learn more about the 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 (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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