Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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