Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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