Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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