Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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