Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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