Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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