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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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