Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like India to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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