Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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