Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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