Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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