Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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