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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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