Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners 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. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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