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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. 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. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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