Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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