Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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