Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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