Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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