Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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