Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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