Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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