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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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