Learn more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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