Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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