Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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