Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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