Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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