Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in digital education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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