Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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