Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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