Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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