Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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