Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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