Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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