Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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