Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education