Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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