Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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