Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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