Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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