Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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