Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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