Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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