Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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