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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology enable students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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