Find out more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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