Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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