Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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