Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational experiments. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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