Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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