Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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