Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Free