Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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