Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning enable students all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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