Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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