Find out more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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