Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Books