Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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