Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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