Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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