Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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