Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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