Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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