Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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