Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education are empowering people in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education experiments. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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