Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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