Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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