Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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