Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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