Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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