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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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