Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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