Learn more about this significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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