Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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