Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these new open educational experiments. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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