Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these exciting new open education experiments. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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