Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important 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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