Learn more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition