Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling 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. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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