Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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