Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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