Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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