Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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