Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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