Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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