Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education experiments. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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