Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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