Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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