Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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