Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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