Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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