Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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