Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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