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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Courses