Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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