Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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