Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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