Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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