Find out more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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