Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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