Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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