Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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