Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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