Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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