Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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