Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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