Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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