Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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