Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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