Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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