Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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