Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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