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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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