Find out more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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