Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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