Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses 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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