Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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