Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses 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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