Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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