Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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