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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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