Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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