Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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