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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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