Learn more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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