Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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