Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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