Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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