Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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