Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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