Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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