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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational experiments. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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