Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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