Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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