Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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