Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in electronic education technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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