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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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