Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education experiments. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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