Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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