Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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