Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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