Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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