Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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