Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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