Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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