Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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