Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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