Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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