Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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