Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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