Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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