Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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