Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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