Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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