Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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