Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology have empowered students 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. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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