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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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