Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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