Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in digital education technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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