Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning have enabled humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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