Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online education technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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