Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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