Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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