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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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