Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also describes the major 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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