Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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