Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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