Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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