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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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