Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic education technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also considers 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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