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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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