Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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