Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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