Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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