Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to understand these new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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