Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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