Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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