Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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