Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online education make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Turkmenistan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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