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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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