Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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