Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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