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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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