Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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