Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology enable people all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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