Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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