Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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