Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning have empowered learners all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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