Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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