Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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