Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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