Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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