Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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