Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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