Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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