Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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