Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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