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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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