Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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