Learn more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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