Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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