Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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