Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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