Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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