Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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