Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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