Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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