Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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