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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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