Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education experiments. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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