Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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