Learn more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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