Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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