Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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