Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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