Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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