Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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