Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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