Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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