Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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