Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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