Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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