Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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