Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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