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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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