Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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