Find out more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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