Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. 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. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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