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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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