Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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