Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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