Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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