Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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