Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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