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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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