Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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