Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Book