Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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