Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources (OER)