Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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