Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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