Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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