Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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