Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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