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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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