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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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