Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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