Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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