Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. 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. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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