Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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