Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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