Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in digital education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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