Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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