Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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