Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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