Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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