Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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