Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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