Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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