Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online education enable people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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