Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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