Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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