Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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