Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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