Find out more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education have empowered people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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