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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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