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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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