Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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