Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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