Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people 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. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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