Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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