Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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