Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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