Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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