Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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