Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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