Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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