Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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