Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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