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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning have empowered people all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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