Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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