Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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