Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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