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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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