Find out more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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