Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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