Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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