Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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