Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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