Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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