Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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