Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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