Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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