Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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