Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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