Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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