Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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