Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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