Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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