Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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