Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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