Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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