Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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