Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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