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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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