Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to understand these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Practices