Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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