Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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