Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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