Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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