Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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