Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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