Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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