Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education