Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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