Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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