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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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