Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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