Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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