Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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