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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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