Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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