Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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