Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online education enable humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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