Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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