Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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