Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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