Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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