Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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