Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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