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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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