Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the most important 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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