Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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