Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand these new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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