Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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