Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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