Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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