Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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