Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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