Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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