Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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