Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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