Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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