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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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