Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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