Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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