Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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