Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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