Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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