Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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