Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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