Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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