Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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