Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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