Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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