Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also talks about the most important 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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