Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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