Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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