Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better understand these important new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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