Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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