Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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