Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education