Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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