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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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