Find out more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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