Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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