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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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