Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology enable people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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