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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Serbia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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