Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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