Find out more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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