Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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