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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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