Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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