Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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