Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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