Find out more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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