Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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