Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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