Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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