Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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