Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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