Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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