Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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