Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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