Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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