Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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