Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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