Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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