Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in digital education technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Gabon to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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