Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have enabled learners all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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