Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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