Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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