Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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