Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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