Learn more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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