Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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