Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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