Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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