Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology enable people all around the world to take online courses. 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. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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