Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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