Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in e-learning have made it possible for students all over the world 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 mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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