Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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