Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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