Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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