Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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