Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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