Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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