Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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