Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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