Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these promising new open educational experiments. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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