Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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