Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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