Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning enable students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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