Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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