Find out more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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