Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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