Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have enabled people all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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