Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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