Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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