Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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