Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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