Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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