Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Blended Learning