Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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