Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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