Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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