Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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