Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational experiments. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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