Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. 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 always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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