Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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