Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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