Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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