Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Comoros to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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