Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning have enabled humans 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 online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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