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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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