Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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