Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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