Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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