Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pakistan to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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