Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Cameroon to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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