Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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